Sporting Cristal vs Los Chankas CYC Prediction 26 October 2025
The upcoming clash between Sporting Cristal and Los Chancas is set to be an intriguing affair, given their current form and league standings. Sporting Cristal sit in 5th place and are eager to solidify their position. They have been formidable at home, keeping clean sheets in 5 of their last 6 matches. Meanwhile, Los Chancas, positioned 11th, will be looking to improve their away game record. Their attack can be erratic, yet they have the potential to surprise opponents with unexpected results. This encounter will test both teams-can the hosts maintain their defensive prowess against the visitors' pressure?
Head-to-Head
The last official match between the teams took place on 21 June 2025 and ended with a 3-1 scoreline. Here's the comparative statistics from that encounter (Los Chancas were the home side):
- possession: 34% vs 66%;
- corners: 5 vs 9;
- fouls: 10 vs 7;
- yellow cards: 3 vs 2;
- shots on target: 4 vs 5.
📊The teams have faced off in three official matches. Here’s the breakdown:
- goals: 8 to 7;
- average total in the first half - 2.67, second half - 2.33;
- average total goals per match - 5.
Head-to-head statistics Sporting Cristal - Los Chankas CYC

Sporting Cristal Team Overview
The team's last official match was on in the Primera tournament, with Sporting Cristal hosting Universitario. The match ended with a score of 0-1.
Here are the game statistics (Sporting Cristal vs Universitario):
- possession: 72% vs 28%;
- corner kicks: 4 vs 3;
- fouls: 9 vs 18;
- yellow cards: 0 vs 2;
- shots on target: 4 vs 3.
Sporting Cristal currently sit in 5th place in the league, demonstrating consistent form at home. Their last five matches have resulted in 2 wins, 1 draw, and 2 losses, indicating a slight inconsistency in their form (WDLWL). However, their strong defense is noteworthy-rarely conceding at home due to an organized backline and a confident goalkeeper. They average 1.72 goals per game, keeping them competitive in attack. In their previous head-to-head against Los Chancas, they fell 3-1, adding extra motivation for a rematch.
Match Results: Sporting Cristal

Los Chankas CYC Team Overview
The visitors last played an official match on in the Primera tournament, where they faced Los Chancas away. The match ended with a 1-0 scoreline.
Here are the match statistics (Los Chancas vs Juan Pablo 2):
- possession: 48% vs 52%;
- corners: 6 vs 11;
- fouls: 10 vs 9;
- yellow cards: 3 vs 1;
- shots on target: 4 vs 4.
Los Chancas are navigating a challenging period marked by mixed results: 5 wins and 5 losses in their last 10 matches. Currently sitting 11th in the Peruvian Primera Division standings, they face difficulties both defensively and offensively, conceding an average of 1.63 goals per match while scoring only 1.3 goals per game. Despite these struggles, the team has the ability to surprise, as evidenced by their recent 3-1 victory over Sporting, showcasing their potential against strong opponents.
Match Results: Los Chankas CYC
Outcome Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 3;
- Home victories - 1, Away victories - 1, Draws - 1.
- Los Chankas cover a +2.5 spread in 8 of their last 9 matches (Primera).
Total Goals Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Today's home side averages 2.67 goals, the visitors - 2.33;
- Average total goals in head-to-head matches - 5;
- Both teams scored: all-time - 3 times; at the home team's ground - once.
Statistics: Sporting Cristal vs Los Chankas
- Average tournament total: 2.78 vs 2.93;
- Average goals scored: 1.72 vs 1.3;
- First-half average total: 1 vs 0.67;
- Second-half average total: 0.72 vs 0.63;
- Sporting Cristal: Home average total in tournament - 2.33;
- Los Chankas: Away average total in tournament - 0.88;
- Last 10 matches (average total): 1.4 (home - 1.2) vs 1.2 (away - 0.67).
- Sporting Cristal keep a clean sheet at home in 5 of their last 6 matches (Primera).
Corners Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches
- Average total corners in head-to-head matches - 11.33 (5 for the home side and 6.33 for the guests);
- Average total corners at the home ground - 8 (3 for the home side and 5 for the guests).
Sporting Cristal: Statistics
- Season: Average tournament total - 6.31; at home - 7.8;
- Last 10 matches: Average total - 6.2; at home - 6.8.
Los Chankas: Statistics
- Season: Average tournament total - 3.87, away - 3.19;
- Last 10 matches: Average total - 3.8; away - 2.83.
Cards Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches
- Average yellow cards in head-to-head matches - 3.34 (1.67 for the home side and 1.67 for the guests);
- Average yellow cards at the home ground - 3 (1 for the home side and 2 for the guests).
Sporting Cristal: Statistics
- Season: Average tournament total - 2.28; at home - 2.6;
- Last 10 matches: Average total - 1.7; at home - 1.8.
Los Chankas: Statistics
- Season: Average tournament total - 2.47, away - 2.38;
- Last 10 matches: Average total - 2.7; away - 2.33.
- Total under 5.5 yellow cards has hit in Sporting Cristal's last 7 matches (Primera).
- Total under 5.5 yellow cards has hit in Los Chankas' last 7 of their last 8 away matches (Primera).
Both Teams to Score Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 3;
- Both teams scored all-time - 3 times;
- At the home ground - once.
⭐ Editorial Prediction
Expect a tense clash between Sporting Cristal and Los Chankas, with the home side focusing on defense. At home, they rarely make mistakes at the back, thanks to their well-organized defensive line. The visitors will aim to capitalize on counter-attacks to get a result; however, their away form is concerning due to conceding over 1.5 goals per match on average. Considering these factors, a bet on under 3.5 goals appears to be the most reasonable outcome, based on the current trends of both teams.